Skin Perfecting AHA Sleep Serum

Ingredients

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  Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Water

  Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water is an aqueous solution containing natural volatileoils obtained by the distillation of twigs, bark and leaves of Hamamelis virginiana. In the United States, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water may be used as an active ingredient in OTC drug products.When used as an active drug ingredient, the established name is Witch Hazel.

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  Water

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  Pentylene Glycol

  

  Pentylene glycol is a synthetic, low molecular weight solvent and skin-conditioning agent.

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  Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

  

  Lactococcus Ferment Lysate is a lysate of the fermentation product of Lactococcus.

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  Lactic Acid

  

  Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid; naturally produced in the process of bacterial fermentation, for example milk fermentation. Lactic acid is frequently used as an exfoliant and in anti-wrinkle products.

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  Lactobacillus/cocoa Fruit Ferment Filtrate

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  Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract

  

  Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of Salvia hispanica.

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  Inulin

  Inulin is a polysaccharide.

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  Sodium Lactate

  

  Sodium Lactate is a sodium salt of lactic acid.

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  Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

  

  Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of Vaccinium myrtillus.

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  Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract

  Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the linseed, Linumusitatissimum.

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  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

  

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is a dipotassium salt of Glycyrrhizic Acid (q.v.).

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  Lauroyl Lysine

  

  

  Lauroyl lysine is a derivative of lauric acid and lysine, a naturally occurring amino acid.

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  Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract

  Extract of the sugar cane, Saccharum officinarum.

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  Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract

  

  Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the orange, Citrusaurantium dulcis.

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  Citrus Limon Fruit Extract

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  Phyllanthus Emblica Extract

  Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of Phyllanthus emblica.

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  Acacia Senegal Gum

  This gum is prepared from the dried, sap of the acacia tree, Acacia senegal.

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  Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide

  Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide is a glucose oligomer exhibiting a degree of polymerizationranging from 2 to 10. It is prepared by the action of a Leuconostoc mesenteroides glucosyl transferase onsucrose. Thea -D-glucopyranose monomers are linke d by (1-2), (1-6), and (1-4) bonds.

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  Paeonia Lactiflora Extract

  Paeonia Lactiflora Extract is an extract of the bark and sap of Paeonia lactiflora.

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  Spirulina Platensis Extract

  Spirulina Platensis Extract is an extract of the alga, Spirulina platensis.

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  Colloidal Gold

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  Citric Acid

  Citric acid is an alpha hydroxy acid used in personal care products to adjust the acidity or promote skin peeling and re-growth in the case of anti-aging products. Citric acid is naturally found in citric fruits and juices, providing the characteristic acidic taste.

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  Yeast Ferment Extract

  

  Yeast Ferment Extract is an extract of the fermentation product of Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

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  Acer Saccharum Extract

  Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract is an extract of the sugar maple, Acer saccharinum.

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  Aminobutyric Acid

  

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  Lactobacillus

  Lactobacillus Ferment is an extract of the product resulting from the fermentation ofLactobacillus.

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  Saccharide Isomerate

  

  Saccharide Isomerate is a carbohydrate complex formed from a base catalyzedrearrangement of a mixture of saccharides.

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  Fragrance

  The word "fragrance" or "parfum" on the product label represents an undisclosed mixture of various scent chemicals and ingredients used as fragrance dispersants such as diethyl phthalate. Fragrance mixes have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress and potential effects on the reproductive system.

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  Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil

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  Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract

  Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract is an extract of the balsamic resin of Styrax benzoin.

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  Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

  This ingredient is an extract of the fruit (bean) of the vanilla plant, Vanilla planifolia.

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  Cananga Odorata Flower Oil

  Oil obtained from the flowers of the ylang-ylang tree Cananga odorata.

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  Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract

  Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of Dipteryx odorata.

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  Rosa Damascena Flower Oil

  Rosa Damascena Flower Oil is a volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Rosa damascena.

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  Jasminum Grandiflorum

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  Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil

  Volatile oil obtained from the cirtus fruit of bergamot, Citrus aurantium bergamia.

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  Leuconostoc/radish Root Ferment Filtrate

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  Bisabolol

  

  Bisabolol is a scent ingredient naturally occurring in camomile.

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  Potassium Sorbate

  Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occuringantimicrobial compound; used as a preservative

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  Lactobacillus Ferment

  

  Lactobacillus Ferment is an extract of the product resulting from the fermentation ofLactobacillus.

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  Lysolecithin

  Lysolecithin is a product obtained from acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis oflecithin.

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  Sclerotium Gum

  

  Sclerotium Gum is a polysaccharide gum produced by the bacterium Sclerotium rolfssii. It iscomposed of glucose monomers.

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  Pullulan

  Pullulan is a polysaccharide produced from starch by cultivating the yeast, Aureobasidiumpullulans.

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  Xanthan Gum

  

  Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, a sugar-based polymer produced by bacteria; it is used as a viscosity agent in personal care products and foods.

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  Phenethyl Alcohol

  Phenethyl Alcohol is an aromatic alcohol.

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  Silica

  Silica is the most common constituent of sand. Fine silica, typically used in industrial applications and inhaled by workers, is associated with a wide range of disorders, particularly affecting the lungs and respiratory system. In cosmetics for skin use, regular sand presents little, if any risk to people. In contrast, for products that might be inhaled (such as a facial powder), silica particles are finely ground down and may be associated with respiratory toxicity.

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  Sodium Citrate

  Cosmetic manufacturers use sodium citrate to adjust the acidity of a product. Citrate, in the form of citric acid, is also found in citric fruits and juices.

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  Sodium Benzoate

  Sodium benzoate is a preservative commonly used in foods, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

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  Limonene

  Limonene is a scent ingredient and solvent naturally ocurring in the rind of citrus fruit. Upon storage and exposure to sunlight and air, limonene degrades to various oxidation products which act as skin and respiratory irritants and sensitizers.

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  Linalool

  Linalool is a terpene.

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  Citral

  Citral is a naturally occurring scent ingredient; manufactured synthetically on a large scale; associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Benzyl Benzoate

  Benzyl benzoate is used as solvent and preservative; associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.